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by Jung, Sook

Hello, We are seeking nominations for individuals to serve a three-year term (U.S. members) and two-year term (International Liaisons) on the U.S. Rosaceae Genomics, Genetics, and Breeding Executive Committee (RosEXEC). There are several open seats on both the Committee and International Liaisons. Please consider nominating a colleague you consider would actively contribute to supporting the mission of RosEXEC: * Serve as a communication and coordination focal point for the U.S. Rosaceae genomics, genetics and breeding community * Define research priorities based on input from the industry and research community * Facilitate scientific interaction and foster dynamic research teams * Promote research priorities * Coordinate educational efforts from the research community to the industry and the public Committee members are expected to participate in quarterly Zoom conference meetings. Additional roles and responsibilities are available on the RosEXEC website https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.rosaceae.org/community/us_rosexec__… Nominators must contact nominees and confirm willingness to serve on RosEXEC. Nominees should then submit a brief bio and vision statement. Send nomination packages by December 17th to Per McCord (phmccord(a)wsu.edu), Chair of RosEXEC. Best, RosEXEC

2 days, 6 hours

Almond Breeding Job at the University of Adelaide

by Jung, Sook

FYI https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.rosaceae.org/community/employment__… -------------------------------- We currently have an exciting opportunity available for a Grant Funded Researcher (Level A) – Almond Breeding at the University of Adelaide. This role offers the chance to contribute to innovative research in tree crop breeding, working with a multidisciplinary team focused on advancing almond genetics and improving cultivars. If you know someone with a background in plant breeding, genetics, horticulture, or a related field who might be interested, please share this opportunity with them or within your professional networks. 🔗 Job link: Grant Funded Researcher (Level A) – Almond Breeding Key details: • Level A: $81,293 – $109,307 per annum + 17% super • Fixed term: Full-time, 2 years • Location: Adelaide, Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology • Applications close: 11:55 PM (AEDT), 5 December 2025 This position is ideal for someone with expertise in quantitative genetics, mixed models, multi-environment trials, and genomic selection in perennial crops, and who is passionate about applying their research to support Australia’s almond industry. Thank you in advance for helping us spread the word and attract strong candidates for this exciting role. Kind regards, Cassandra Cassandra Collins Associate Professor of Viticulture/Horticulture Australian Almond Breeder School of Agriculture, Food and Wine University of Adelaide Waite Research Institute Tel: +61 8 8313 6813 M: +61 402 433 976 cassandra.collins(a)adelaide.edu.au The results of this submission may be viewed at: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.rosaceae.org/node/9510579/submissio…

3 weeks, 5 days

Three Postdoc positions available for EU FruitDiv project

by Jung, Sook

FYI ------------- Three postdoctoral positions are available for the European FRUITDIV project in France, Italy, and Sweden (see attached documents and the links below). https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.rosaceae.org/community/employment__… --------------- Sook Jung, Ph.D. (she/her) Research Associate Professor of Bioinformatics Department of Horticulture Washington State University Email: sook_jung(a)wsu.edu<mailto:sook_jung@wsu.edu> ORCID: 0000-0003-3968-2769 Publications: Google Scholar<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Z4C1M… >

1 month, 2 weeks

PAG2026 Fruit and Nuts

by Jung, Sook

Call for Speakers – PAG2026 Fruit and Nuts Session The PAG2026 Fruit and Nuts Session is currently seeking speakers. If you are interested in presenting, please submit your proposed title, abstract, and speaker information to: Dr. Sushan Ru Assistant Professor, Small Fruit Breeding and Genetics Auburn University 📧 sushan.ru(a)auburn.edu<mailto:sushan.ru@auburn.edu>

1 month, 3 weeks

NSF travel award to attend RGC in Spain

by Jung, Sook

For details on the application, please refer to Announcement<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.rosaceae.org/sites/default/files/fi… >. The US Rosaceae Genomics, Genetics and Breeding Executive Committee (RosEXEC) will evaluate applications and select up to 4 awardees. Submit your application to: Dr. Per McCord (phmccord(a)wsu.edu) and Dr. Ksenija Gasic (kgasic(a)clemson.edu).

10 months, 2 weeks

Post-Doctoral Fellow – Breeding Data Management and Curation Specialist at Auburn University

by Jung, Sook

FYI

10 months, 3 weeks

NSF award to attend RGC12 in Spain (with more eligibility information)

by Jung, Sook

Please see a new version of announcement<https://www.rosaceae.org/sites/default/files/files/RGC%20Travel%20Award_FIN…> with more information on eligibility.

10 months, 3 weeks

NSF award to attend RGC12 in Spain

by Jung, Sook

See announcement<https://www.rosaceae.org/sites/default/files/files/RGC%20Travel%20Award_202…>

10 months, 3 weeks

In person RosEXEC meeting at PAG

by Jung, Sook

RosEXEC meeting will be held at PAG. Any Rosaceae researchers are welcome to join! * When: 10AM- 12 PM Sunday, January 12 * Where: California 2

11 months, 1 week

Results RosEXEC elections 2024

by Fresnedo Ramirez, Jonathan

Dear Rosaceae Community, As the year 2024 is coming to an end, in RosEXEC we are getting ready for the year 2025 by renovating energy and motivation. Thus, from the RosEXEC leadership we are pleased to announce new additions to the RosEXEC membership. Dr. Alejandro Calle, at Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology in Spain, and Dr. Yuepeng Han at Wuhan Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Science Sciences, in China, are joining us as International Liaisons for the European and Asian regions, respectively, for the term 2025-2028. Dr. Chunxian Chen, at Fruit and Tree Nut Research in Byron, GA, with USDA-ARS, and Dr. Seonghee Lee, at the Gulf Coast Research and Education Center of the University of Florida, are joining us as US-based committee members for the term 2025-2028, as well. Also, thank you to Dr. Tom Gradizel, at UC Davis, for his willingness to serve and additional year in this capacity. Please join us to thank for their service to RosEXEC to rotating off members Dr. Gayle Volk, Dr. Jim Luby, Dr. Josette Lewis, who served as US-based RosEXEC members. Also, to Dr. Daniele Bassi, Dr. Sara Montanari, and Dr. Iban Eduardo Muñoz, who served as international liaisons. Their service and commitment to the Rosaceae Community is appreciated. RosEXEC is looking forward for the exciting opportunities that the year 2025 will bring. Of high relevance is the RGC12, May 6-9, 2025, in the Costa Brava of Spain, as an opportunity to engage and bring together the Rosaceae Community on the advances of genomics and allied fields for Rosaceae species. Under the lead of Dr. Per McCord as chair of RosEXEC, and Dr. Chris Gottchalk as vice chair, RosEXEC aims to continue fulfilling its mission of serving as a communication, coordination, and focal point for the Rosaceae Genomics, Genetics, and Breeding Community. Wishing you all a successful year 2025, RosEXEC Leadership

11 months, 4 weeks

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